Shalline P., 2

Shalline is a one-year, seven-month-old girl who lives with her mother and extended family within the local community. She is the only child of a young mother. Normally, Shalline is playful, active, and enjoys interacting with other children. She particularly loves watching cartoons on her mother's phone and has even learned how to find her favorite programs. When her cousins return home from school, she excitedly runs toward them and enjoys playing together. The family faces significant financial challenges. Shalline's uncle, who supports the household, relies on small-scale farming to provide food and meet the needs of both his immediate family and his elderly parents. Her mother does not have a source of income and mainly assists with household responsibilities. Three days before admission, Shalline developed itchy skin lesions around the neck accompanied by swollen nodules, fever, and loss of appetite. As her condition worsened, her mother sought medical attention after learning about Helpster Charity from a hospital nurse who was also their neighbor. Upon evaluation, doctors recommended admission, treatment, and isolation from other children while managing her high fever and underlying condition. She was subsequently admitted for further care.

Shalline was admitted on 24/05/2026 with complaints of a painful itchy infected wound associated with swelling, fever, and loss of appetite. On examination, the wound showed signs of infection consistent. She was admitted for close monitoring, antibiotic therapy, pain management, and supportive treatment. During hospitalization, she was managed with Floxapen injection and i..v metro injection to control the bacterial infection and prevent further spread. ABZ tablet stat was administered as part of supportive treatment, while Brufen tablets were given to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and control fever. The wound condition gradually improved with treatment, showing reduced swelling, pain, and signs of healing. Throughout the admission period, she responded well to treatment. The condition improved steadily, appetite returned, and he became active and comfortable. By the time of discharge on 30/05/2026, the wound infection had significantly reduced, and he was clinically stable. She was discharged on Floxapen capsules and Flagel tablets to continue treatment at home, with advice on proper wound care, medication adherence, hygiene, and follow-up for reassessment and complete recovery.

Shalline was diagnosed with contact dermatitis complicated by sepsis, a serious systemic infection requiring prompt medical treatment and close monitoring. Due to her young age and the risk of complications associated with sepsis, hospitalization was necessary for appropriate management. With timely administration of medications, supportive care, and careful monitoring, her condition is expected to improve. The prognosis is cautiously favorable, provided she responds well to treatment and completes the recommended course of care.